Eurythmy
Translation from the Greek:
eu = beautiful, nice, well
rhythmos = measure, harmony, shape
rhein (verb) = structured flow
Eurythmy = measured movement, well-formed flow, harmonious rhythm

The movement art of eurythmy was developed in the early 20th century by Rudolf Steiner. Primarily a performance art, it is also used in education - especially in Waldorf schools - and as a movement therapy. The art form is based on the idea that human beings in all their complexity are primarily communicative beings. What takes place inwardly pushes to the outside and becomes externally apparent in speech and song. Eurythmy is created at this interface between the inner and outer, the body becoming in turn an organ of perception and expression, receiving, mediating and transforming the dynamic complexity of relations within which it finds its essence.

Studying eurythmy means to develop perceptive, expressive and cognitive skills. The body is enabled to become a more exact instrument for the expression and realisation of spiritual intentions. The basis for developing this is an intense training in the capacity for sensitive movement both in the context of individual and ensemble work.

Career Opportunities: There are many professional options for eurythmy graduates. Using an individual approach, the artist may develop his/her own style as a stage performer, or may effectively apply the pedagogical and healing qualities of eurythmy in educational and therapeutic work.

Studying Eurythmy at Alanus University: A distinctive feature of Alanus University's Eurythmy programme is the intensive engagements with contemporary music. This includes symposia with the in-person participation of contemporary composers. A further significant component of the course is the engagement with related movement disciplines such as the Pilates and Loheland methods.

In addition, a wide range of supplementary courses are available that enrich, deepen and contextualise the student’s engagement with eurythmy. These are offered as part of the Studium Generale programme. Interdisciplinary projects are also actively encouraged, for example between eurythmy students and actors or sculptors. The unique combination and proximity of the various faculties at Alanus University provides a rich and fertile resource for students on both the Bachelor’s and Master’s courses.